Best Restaurants in Clerkenwell, London

In total, there are 10 award winning restaurants in Clerkenwell, London, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Clerkenwell, London? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Clerkenwell, London is Luca in London (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Italian Cuisine. Luca currently holds 1 Michelin Star.

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Clerkenwell, London consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 5 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

At present, there are no restaurants holding an AA Rosette in Clerkenwell, London; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will visit in the near future!

Located in the heart of London, Clerkenwell has an illustrious history, tightly woven into the city's culinary fabric. Home to some of the finest gastropubs, sleek bars, and gourmet restaurants, it's often touted as a food lover's paradise. It was in this neighbourhood that the city's first coffee house popped up in the 17th century, paving the way for the now thriving 'cafe culture'. Moreover, Clerkenwell was the birthplace of the Victorian industrial kitchens, influencing London's hospitality scene for centuries to come. It has witnessed an evolution of the culinary scene, from its working-class roots with meat pies and stews to the modern gastronomic delights that satisfy cosmopolitan palates today. From Italian delicacies to French bistro food and modern British cuisine, there's something to suit all sorts of gourmands in Clerkenwell. The well-known St John Street is a hot spot that has spawned many famous eateries which are synonymous with the Clerkenwell food scene. Exmouth Market stands as an exciting culinary hub with a variety of excellent eateries and food stalls offering mouth-watering delights. With its effervescent nightlife, the Clerkenwell dining scene transforms as the night falls, with kitchen wizards creating culinary magic paired perfectly with some of the best wines and cocktails in town. A trip to Clerkenwell would truly be incomplete without tasting the delectable treats it has to offer.